September 2008 - Art Projects for Kids

Marker Self-Portrait
This is similar to some earlier marker and canvas art, but this is the first time I had students trace photos of their…

Nutcracker: Oil Pastel on Black Paper
This is a breakdown of my Nutcracker drawing project, this time using oil pastels on black construction paper.…

Abstract Cat Face
Let me just say, I adore this piece of art. It was made recently by a 2nd grader who was struggling with my suggestions…

Glowing Pastel Pumpkin
I found some amazing pumpkins HERE at Artsonia.com, which I believe should be credited to Whitney Elementary School in…

Mini Floral Mural Diagram

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I recently tried out a great new art journal, the Art Journal Kit made by Strathmore® and…

Art Journaling 125
I finally had a chance to try printing with bubble wrap, and loved how it worked in my art journal class this week.…

Moringa Tree Painting
I’m returning to Haiti this summer, as part of Project Hope Art’s ongoing effort to bring creative, whimsical, and…

Wayne Thiebaud Cupcakes
Wayne Theibaud is famous for his paintings of cafeteria style food. He used lots of repetition, so having students…

Snowman Drawing
One simple change to a snowman’s face can add a ton of charm to a picture. I tried this out in a drawing class today…